INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Whale® 12 V Water Heater
Thank you for purchasing this Whale® product. For over 30 years, Seaward Products has manufactured high quality water
heating, cooking and gas supply products. The company has now been taken over by Whale
®, who has led the way in
the design and manufacture of water systems including freshwater, bilge, gray and black waste management, faucets,
showers, plumbing and accessories in the marine and RV industries for the past 60 years. Whale® products are built on a
reputation for quality, reliability and innovation backed up by excellent customer service. For more information please visit
www.whalepumps.com
*Note, ABYC Test requirements 125 psi, H-23
1. SPECIFICATION 9. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
2. CONTENTS AND DIAGRAMS 10. MAINTENANCE
3. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION 11. WINTERIZING
4. TO THE USER 12. TROUBLE SHOOTING
5. TO THE FITTER 13. SERVICE SUPPORT DETAILS
6. APPLICATION 14. PATENTS/ TRADEMARKS
7. WARNINGS 15. WARRANTY STATEMENT
8. INSTALLATION 16. EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
LIST OF DIAGRAMS:
1. Mounting the Water Heater 3. Grounding Instructions 5. Typical Installation 7. Internal Wiring
2. Inlet and Outlet Ports 4. Wiring Diagram 6. Replacing the Anode
The Whale
® 12 V Water Heater is designed for use on outboard boats to provide hot water on the go. It requires a 12 V
d.c. power supply to heat water to 1400F in less than 80 minutes and has integrated safety features including temperature
and pressure valves, thermal cutout and heating indication output.
Read the following carefully before installation and use.
WARNING: Please note that incorrect installation may invalidate the warranty.
Check that the product is suitable for the intended application, follow these installation instructions and ensure all relevant
personnel read the points listed below. Also ensure that these operating instructions are passed on to the end user.
This Whale
® 12 V Water Heater is designed for use in recreational marine vessels with a suitable power output operating
on 12 V d.c. electrical supply only. If it is intended for any other purpose, it is the user's responsibility to ensure that the
heater is suitable for the intended use. Whale® heaters are not suitable for domestic applications.
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INSTALLATION & USER INSTRUCTIONS
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1. SPECIFICATION
Product Code S360EW
Description 12 V Electric Water Heater
Capacity 3 US Gals (12 ltrs)
Electrical Supply 12 V d.c. , 300W
Recommended Fuse Size 35 Amps
Current Draw 30 Amps
Maximum Water Temperature
1400 F (600 C)
Temperature and Pressure Valve Specification
2100F (990C), 75 psi (5.2 bar)
Maximum Tested Pressure 300psi (20.7 bar)*
Dimensions (wxdxh) 13 ½ ” x 14 ½ ” x 13 ¼ ” (343mm x 369mm x 337mm)
Materials
Tank - ALCLAD
Casing - White Powder Coated Aluminium
Connections
½” NPT Female
For connection to 15mm Quick Connect use WX1514
Weight 11lbs (5kg)
2. LIST OF CONTENTS AND LIST OF DIAGRAMS
3. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
4. TO THE USER
5. TO THE FITTER
6. APPLICATION